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Date: Sunday 19th April 2026
Venue: Arnolfini
Time: 19:00 - 21:30
Tickets: £10 (£12 solidarity, £8 concessions)

Lyra Bristol Poetry Slam Finals 2026

Come along to see 10 of Bristol's finest wordsmiths battle it out to be crowned the 2026 Lyra Bristol Poetry Slam Champion, as well as feature performances from acclaimed headline poets (TBC).

The winning poet will need to impress the judging panel as well as YOU, the audience, who have the biggest say of all. Raucous, energetic and passionate, this is an audience favourite at Lyra Festival and a landmark event in Bristol's cultural calendar.

Also featuring poetry from the 2025 Lyra Bristol Slam Champion, Ben Vince!

Part of Lyra – Bristol Poetry Festival 2026
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